--- In
Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com, JanRwl@A... wrote:
> In a message dated 7/18/2003 9:49:58 AM Central Standard Time,
> dave_mucha@y... writes:
>
> > another to see what steppers are used.
> >
>
> That plotter has servos with encoders! Whiz-bang thang, it is!
Too compex
> for ignoramouses like me, so I sold mine for $50 + shipping! %-
wise, one of my
> best-ever deals! Original cost: $0.00 ! ! !
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
If it has encoders then it is pretty valuable. at least to me.
it would be a great start for a pcb driller. encoders help make the
unit more accurate than steppers.
even without the encoders, the DC servo motors can be used as a
drilling head.
I guess when I pull it apart, I'll find out !
Dave